1999 Fiat Multipla vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1999 Fiat Multipla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Calibra (115 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Multipla. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Multipla | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Multipla | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
